Manufacturing Operations Lead - Drive Safety and Quality

Revolution Search Group

Nekoosa (WI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Revolution Search Group is partnering with an established manufacturer to hire an Operations Manager with full ownership of site performance: safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people. You will lead a high‑performing site team and collaborate daily with planning, purchasing, maintenance, quality, engineering, finance, HR, and commercial to drive results.

The role requires 3+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong lean and quality controls, and ERP/MRP proficiency.

Qualifications

3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing.
Lean tools knowledge (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S) and quality control.
ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Bachelor's in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations preferred; degree optional.

Responsibilities

Own annual site targets for safety, quality, service, scrap, housekeeping, and manufacturing expense.
Drive $500K+ per year in operational cost improvements through disciplined project execution and budget management.
Oversee production schedule attainment, resource utilization, and downtime reduction.
Lead capital and maintenance projects delivered on time, on budget, with expected payback.
Ensure HSE compliance and site sustainability initiatives.
Develop clear, visible KPIs that the floor team understands and owns.